Diagnostic Aids

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Observe the driver information center messaging that would indicate the charging system requires service.

Inspect for the following conditions:

Loose or poor connections at the drive motor generator battery control module X1 harness connector.
Verify that the 12 V battery and charging system is within normal operating range and if a battery charger was connected to the vehicle.
Loose or damaged battery terminals.
Loose or corroded connections at the accessory dc power control module (APM).